Principal ASIC Digital Design Engineer

April 6, 2025
Reference key: ES14029
Deadline date:

Job Description

  • Negotiable
  • Permanent
  • Dublin West

Principal ASIC Digital Design Engineer with a solid grasp of RTL design, SystemVerilog/UVM and the latest verification methodologies required by Dublin semiconductor multinational contribute to the delivery of the highest-quality silicon IP.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Create and execute comprehensive verification plans for complex ASICs

  • Develop and maintain SystemVerilog/UVM testbenches

  • Run simulations and debug RTL to ensure function and performance

  • Automate verification processes to boost speed and coverage

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and optimize

  • Conduct code reviews and contribute to design and verification strategy

  • Analyze test results and generate detailed reports

  • Drive regression testing and track coverage metrics

  • Deliver robust, high-performance silicon IP for real-world applications

  • Reduce time-to-market by catching issues early in development

  • Improve the efficiency and scalability of verification flows

  • Help build next-gen technology used in AI, automotive, IoT and more

  • Be a key player in a team that drives innovation, quality and reliability

REQUIREMENTS:

  • BSc or MSc in Electrical, Computer, or Communications Engineering

  • 8+ years (BS) / 6+ years (MS) of ASIC digital design & verification

  • Deep knowledge of SystemVerilog, UVM and object-oriented design

  • Experience with simulators like VCS, NCSim or Questa

  • Proficient in Python, Perl or Tcl scripting for automation

  • Familiar with version control (Git, Perforce)

  • Strong understanding of coverage-driven verification & formal techniques

  • Working knowledge of PCIe, CXL, AMBA and other standard interfaces

  • A proactive problem-solver and critical thinker

  • A collaborative team player and effective communicator

  • Highly organized, with the ability to juggle priorities

  • Adaptable, always learning, and passionate about technology

  • A detail-obsessed professional who delivers with precision